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thenerdygirl) wrote2019-08-06 10:35 am
thenerdygirl) wrote2019-08-06 10:35 am
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Since July
So haven’t been around much because I have either been busy or haven’t had much of an urge to write. Basic summary of what’s been on the go in my life:
The Good
• Best friend came home for a visit. She moved to British Columbia aka the other side of Canada back in June 2018 and this was her first time back in a year. It was so, so, so good to see her. We’ve kept in touch and called throughout the year but actually being able to sit down and talk to face to face was a godsend.
• Had a week off in July which was great. I got to spend a lot of time with my BF and we went on a mini road trip, spent another day doing lunch and seeing sights, and had a couple of movie nights. The difference in my mood was eye-opening.
• The weather has been really nice, a good mix of hot and cooler days. I keep hearing we haven’t had much of summer from other folks but I honestly think it’s been really nice.
• Tried a couple of new places to eat, most notable of which was this amazing ice cream place in Brigus and tacos in various places. So many tacos.
• CBT and therapy practices are taking root. I still have my negative thoughts that spiral but I’ve noticed I’m getting better at stopping them and my self-talk is becoming more positive. Or at least I’m not beating myself up as much. So yeah, progress!
The Mix
• Dad being injured this summer. It’s been two months since Dad pinched a nerve in his back and it’s been challenging dealing with this. I had to spend more time with him and have been really drained. It has been scary because it makes me hyper-aware of both how easily I could lose Dad and how much would be on my shoulders if Dad got sick and couldn’t recover.
There is some positive news on this front as Dad is starting to recover. He’s now able to walk with a cane and has been able to do more now. Plus the Doctor says this type of injury has about 80% recovery rate without surgery. So while surgery isn’t out of the question, there’s a chance Dad might not need it. So fingers crossed.
The not so good
• I’ve been pretty unmotivated. At work, at home, I find myself listless and not wanting to do anything yet anxious because there’s so much to do. Paper work is piling up on both fronts and I still haven’t gone through Mom’s clothes. I’ve also been slack some important self-care, namely getting enough sleep and it’s hard not to beat myself up over this.
Current obsessions
Big Brother – I blame Mom for this lol. Previously I didn’t watch it but Mom & Dad did and last year I when I started staying with my parents while Mom was ill, I got into watching it with her. Now I watch it with Dad because it’s one of the few shows we both like. This season has been a train wreck of mostly awful people but it’s starting to pick up now.
Lonely Hearts Bookshop series – I’m surprised by this one as I’m not a big romance reader usually but I’ve found this light-hearted series charming and a nice distraction. It’s set in London and each book focuses on a different employee at a bookstore that specializes in Romance books.
Homescapes – Ugh, I hate to admit it but it’s ridiculous how much I’ve been playing this game. It’s like sims with puzzles.
Apologies for not being around much or commenting, I'm hoping to catch up in the next couple of days!
The Good
• Best friend came home for a visit. She moved to British Columbia aka the other side of Canada back in June 2018 and this was her first time back in a year. It was so, so, so good to see her. We’ve kept in touch and called throughout the year but actually being able to sit down and talk to face to face was a godsend.
• Had a week off in July which was great. I got to spend a lot of time with my BF and we went on a mini road trip, spent another day doing lunch and seeing sights, and had a couple of movie nights. The difference in my mood was eye-opening.
• The weather has been really nice, a good mix of hot and cooler days. I keep hearing we haven’t had much of summer from other folks but I honestly think it’s been really nice.
• Tried a couple of new places to eat, most notable of which was this amazing ice cream place in Brigus and tacos in various places. So many tacos.
• CBT and therapy practices are taking root. I still have my negative thoughts that spiral but I’ve noticed I’m getting better at stopping them and my self-talk is becoming more positive. Or at least I’m not beating myself up as much. So yeah, progress!
The Mix
• Dad being injured this summer. It’s been two months since Dad pinched a nerve in his back and it’s been challenging dealing with this. I had to spend more time with him and have been really drained. It has been scary because it makes me hyper-aware of both how easily I could lose Dad and how much would be on my shoulders if Dad got sick and couldn’t recover.
There is some positive news on this front as Dad is starting to recover. He’s now able to walk with a cane and has been able to do more now. Plus the Doctor says this type of injury has about 80% recovery rate without surgery. So while surgery isn’t out of the question, there’s a chance Dad might not need it. So fingers crossed.
The not so good
• I’ve been pretty unmotivated. At work, at home, I find myself listless and not wanting to do anything yet anxious because there’s so much to do. Paper work is piling up on both fronts and I still haven’t gone through Mom’s clothes. I’ve also been slack some important self-care, namely getting enough sleep and it’s hard not to beat myself up over this.
Current obsessions
Big Brother – I blame Mom for this lol. Previously I didn’t watch it but Mom & Dad did and last year I when I started staying with my parents while Mom was ill, I got into watching it with her. Now I watch it with Dad because it’s one of the few shows we both like. This season has been a train wreck of mostly awful people but it’s starting to pick up now.
Lonely Hearts Bookshop series – I’m surprised by this one as I’m not a big romance reader usually but I’ve found this light-hearted series charming and a nice distraction. It’s set in London and each book focuses on a different employee at a bookstore that specializes in Romance books.
Homescapes – Ugh, I hate to admit it but it’s ridiculous how much I’ve been playing this game. It’s like sims with puzzles.
Apologies for not being around much or commenting, I'm hoping to catch up in the next couple of days!
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